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Is a Round Dining Table Right for You?
How to Style a Round Dining Table
Dining tables come in a variety of shapes, but our beloved silhouette is the round dining table. No hard feelings to other table styles, but there’s something about being able to cozy up next to a dining buddy for a good chat over even better dinner. So, it’s only fitting that we give the humble round table a place in the spotlight with creative ways to give it the respect it deserves. Follow along as we reveal how to style a round dining table using our top picks as muses.
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There are a few reasons why some dining spaces work better with a round dining room table. While the number-one consideration should always be how a table fits into a dining space (meaning you should always measure your dining space to determine how much room you have to work with), the following perks are also noteworthy:
✔ Round dining tables save space: Round tables are typically smaller than their ovular and rectangular counterparts, which is ideal for smaller spaces.
✔ Round dining tables are great for conversation: With a round dining table, each diner is equally spread apart, so dinnertime conversations are easier.
✔ Round dining tables feel cozy: Round dining tables are ideal for intimate gatherings with friends and romantic dinners with your partner.
How Many People Fit Around a Round Table?
One of the main questions that people have when looking at these pieces is how many people can sit around a round table. This depends on the size. A 36” table would be comfortable for two people, while a 42” or 48” table is meant for four to six diners. A 60” round table can seat up to eight people comfortably. Consider the number of people who will be dining with you regularly when you choose your dining room table size.
How to Style a Round Dining Table
It’s a common misconception that round dining tables are, for lack of a better word, simple. Here are a few round dining table design ideas to make sure your new piece elevates your home.
Mix and Match Chairs
Mix-and-match chairs are one of the biggest trends in dining room design right now for homeowners who are wondering how to decorate a round dining table. Our interior design experts recommend keeping the following details in mind:
- Mixed materials: Contrast soft upholstery against wooden dining chairs. Let your guests choose the chairs they like best.
- Mixed patterns: Use varying chairs patterns with each other and the table for a mixed medium look that is full of character. This idea works best in eclectic and boho chic dining spaces.
- Bright colors: Add multiple colors to your space through your chair selection. This is especially engaging with glass tables where the drama of each chair’s color is allowed to shine.
Even mismatched designs can have some sense of organization and planning. Keep that in mind as you consider how to design a dining room table.
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This round wood dining table would be an ideal option if you want to mix and match chairs. You can choose soft, upholstered chairs to create a cozy experience or mismatch the chairs themselves for a bohemian vibe. Think about the round dining table decor that could make this table stand out as a leading piece.
Pair it With a Complementary Buffet
Round tables are great for saving space, but in larger dining rooms, those savings can leave a setting feeling sparse. One of our favorite dining room design ideas for a round table is to pair a round dining table with a buffet, sideboard, or hutch to give the area balance. Cabinetry allows you to hold seasonal decorations and formal plates to use during the holidays.
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The wood of this table is made up of multiple colors, which means it's easy to pair it with a hutch or cabinet. If you are looking for contrasting designs, consider pairing it with this credenza. This is a great way to solve your round dining table decor ideas by matching the undertones of woods with a hutch or storage with equally complementary décor that ties the look and feel of this star table together with the rest of the room.
Get Creative with Lighting
Many homeowners have started to incorporate LED lighting throughout the home, and the dining room is a great place to add this detail. When considering a round dining table with LED lights, think about the role the lights will play in the space. For example, LED lights could brighten glass round tables if they are placed underneath them. You don’t want to blind your guests but you also need adequate lighting so everyone can see what they are eating.
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This is a great example of how a dining room with a round table can be light and welcoming. This round glass dining table has a metal base that is covered in a Goldtone powder finish. It’s beautiful on its own—and it looks great accentuated by dark tones such as navy, deep wood stains, and even white—but together with accent lighting, it truly sparkles.
⭐ Featured Signature Design by Ashley Wynora Review:
“Looks great and feels sturdy. I have it set up for four people but the round shape allows to it fit more people if necessary.”
Show Off Your Best Decor
A classic way to use round dining tables is to pair them with the rest of your décor. These tables are more intimate, so a conversation-starting table centerpiece is the perfect addition to the scene. Just remember, you don’t want your designs to overpower the table. Round tables usually aren’t as expansive as rectangular ones, so they are usually meant for modest decor.
Take a look at modern design trends to see what’s in right now. This will give you round dining table centerpiece ideas as you explore different materials. You might be surprised how florals or metallics can change a room.
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This brown table is part of the Ashley Furniture dining collection, and it stands apart for its sharp looks. When we thought about ideas for a round dining table and chairs for this pick, we felt simple was better. The warm, neutral brown tones make it a perfect to for creating a cozy dining setting, and paired with refined tabletop décor, it’s a winning recipe for an interior design of a dining room that’s undeniably sophisticated.
⭐ Featured Signature Design by Ashley Lyncott Review:
“Beautiful, sturdy and we love it. Comfortable height and we don't hit our feet on the base.”
Pair the Table with a Rug
You can create a warmer dining space by adding a rug to your eating area. This is particularly true if you are interested in a glass round table where the rug is visible through the clear surface, setting the tone for the area. Consider picking up a statement rug that is immediately noticed by guests. You also aren’t limited to a round dining table rug. Test out different shapes and explore round and square options.
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This round metal dining table is one of the most unique options on the market. It’s the perfect canvas if you want to make a statement by place a rug under the round dining table. If you ask us, we say play along with its architectural base and bring in other shapes and designs with a rug for an eclectic feel that looks custom-designed.
⭐ Featured Signature Design by Ashley Madanere Review:
“I ordered this table for my home and wanted to pair it with chairs that I liked. I'm very particular so I knew what I wanted and I love the final look!”
Play with Geometry
Round dining table inspiration doesn’t stop at the tabletop. For even more inspo, don’t forget about the base. It’s a great opportunity to include interesting geometry and construction while remaining functional. Consider a table with a classic pedestal design or consider other options, like geometric or sculpted bases—or our top pick below!
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Talk about sudden impact. The geometric base of this wood and metal table is full of character with negative space that doesn’t overwhelm the dining room. Think about the kind of centerpiece for round dining table you would pair with this option. A glass bowl or geometric sculpture could bolster your creativity, but don’t be afraid to go big—its pedestal base has enough center of gravity to keep the space balanced in style.
Let this guide inspire you to add a round dining table to your home. Whether you want a bring, minimalist dining area or hope to embrace maximilism and boho vibes, we have the pieces you need. We carry all types of table shapes in different styles. Visit Liddiard Home Furnishings and shop the latest furniture in the Tooele, UT area.
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